How to pronounce strapless
Say it like STRAP-lus. Strapless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRAP).
- STRAP
- lus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Strapless pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STRAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- lusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of strapless
American and British speakers say strapless in essentially the same way: /ˈstræpləs/ in the US and /ˈstræpləs/ in the UK.
British respelling: STRAP-lus.
What does strapless mean?
- Without a strap or straps; usually describing women's clothing without shoulder straps.
Where does strapless come from?
From strap + -less. The noun sense is by analogy of strap-on.
Words that rhyme with strapless
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of strapless.
Questions about saying strapless
How do you pronounce strapless?
Say STRAP-lus. The American pronunciation is /ˈstræpləs/. In British English it is /ˈstræpləs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in strapless?
Strapless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRAP). Broken into parts: STRAP · lus.
Do Americans and Brits say strapless the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈstræpləs/ and the British form is /ˈstræpləs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.